Make-ahead breakfast ideas to save you time in the morning
There is never enough time in the mornings but instead of missing breakfast, here are some great recipes you can make the night before to get you ready to start your day.
When mornings get hectic, getting yourself a nutritious breakfast can often fall down the priority list.
But before you decide to grab a roll on the way to work or skip breakfast altogether (cue hunger pangs at 11am), take a look at the genius breakfast recipes you can prep the night before and enjoy the next day.
From brekkie bliss balls to the best overnight oats, taste.com.au has got your manic mornings covered.
If you’re following a lower-calorie diet, having a healthy breakfast can really help you hit your health goals. Oats, in particular, are a great brekky options as they will make you feel full for longer and are loaded with fibre and nutrients like zinc and vitamin B1.
Adding protein powder to the yoghurt creates a thick and creamy cheesecake-y texture on top. With a double dose of caramel thanks to the milk and yoghurt, you don’t need to add anything else – it’s already sweet enough.
For an easy on-the-go healthy breakfast or snack, keep these smoothie packs in your freezer. There are three flavours to try – berry bliss, tropical treat and green meanie.
Soaked in chai-infused milk, this healthier overnight oats breakfast bowl is the perfect way to start your day.
Overnight carrot and apple Bircher
Breakfast is easy when you’ve prepared it the night before, like this healthy Bircher muesli.
Healthy banana and zucchini muffins
We’ve made muffins low-cal. We packed them with fibre boosters and sweetened them with banana so you can enjoy a healthier treat.
Quick Bircher muesli with raspberry sauce
Kick-start your day: Nutritious and filling, this muesli makes an ideal breakfast for active people.
Overnight slaw with toasted almonds
Perfect for your next feast. Dress the cabbage the day before to allow it to wilt slightly, then toss with radicchio and nuts the next day to add crunch.
Overnight oats with strawberry and passionfruit
These healthy overnight oats are quick and easy to prepare and will give you the energy to start the day.
Everyone’s favourite zucchini slice gets a low-carb twist in this easy keto dinner recipe.
This healthy overnight oats recipe with banana, chia, apple and coconut is the ultimate meal prep breakfast. Simply mix together the night before and wake up to a nutritious brekkie.
Chocolate raspberry chia puddings
This chocolate, raspberry chia pudding tastes sensational. With almond milk, coconut water, dates and mixed spice it really is a better-for-you dessert you’ll love.
Weet-Bix breakfast bliss balls
Short on time in the morning? Enjoy one of these Weet-Bix bliss balls as part of your brekkie.
Bircher muesli with figs and raspberries
Wake up to a bowl of homemade lactose-free Bircher muesli topped with fresh figs and raspberries.
5-ingredient banana and peanut butter muffins
Ready in 30 minutes, these super-easy banana muffins are free of flour and make a delicious afternoon tea treat.
Use the natural sweetness of ripe bananas to sweeten this delicious banana bread. It’s perfect for those who are avoiding refined sugar.
Healthier zucchini and feta muffins
These easy zucchini muffins are made with ricotta and reduced-fat feta so they’re still super-cheesy but are way better for you. Pop them in the lunch box for a great snack or light lunch.
Sugar-free mango and coconut balls
For a quick and easy vegan snack, try these refined sugar-free mango and coconut balls.
Eat and run with these handy and healthy pops.
Start your day with these healthier muffins coated in sweet jam glaze.
For more recipe ideas, go to taste.com.au or check out the Taste Test Kitchen now.
Originally published as Make-ahead breakfast ideas to save you time in the morning
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